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Here is what I see using a 1980 diagram...
You will NOT see a full 12vdc at the INST LPS 7.5 amp fuse unless the Rheostat is turned full CW (Bright)
As you turn the Rheostat left (Dim) your voltage will also drop at the INST LPS fuse...
More voltage Brighter Lamps, Lower voltage Dimmer Lamps...
1980 Diagram:
@Fly skids up! Ha! I found where you got that drawing it's in the back of the service manual. So much easier to follow a small diagram than trying to trace down the whole diagram.